Tag Archives: female protagonists

ELLIE, ENGINEER

Posted on January 28, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

Ellie is a tool belt wielding girl who is always planning her next project. She’s an engineer in the making and a great one, too. That career choice will for sure come later. For now Ellie wants to build a … Continue reading →

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THE CASTLE IN THE MIST for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on January 21, 2018 by Greg Pattridge

For the past year this book was on my long list of MG novels I wanted to read. It made a jump to the top after winning a copy from COMPLETELY FULL BOOKSHELF, where you can find reviews of other … Continue reading →

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EMILY AND THE SPELLSTONE for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

First off—some big news: I’m taking over MMGM for the next two months. Our fearless leader, Shannon Messenger, is on a crazy travel schedule and reached out to me to take over for November and December. See below on how … Continue reading →

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PATINA by Jason Reynolds

Posted on October 13, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

The story continues for the CYBIL’s Middle Grade Fiction winning entry from last year, GHOST. It ended with Ghost running in his first big race. In this unique series, the baton is now passed onto Patina “Patty ” Jones, another … Continue reading →

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THINGS THAT SURPRISE YOU for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

Welcome to MARVELOUS MIDDLE GRADE MONDAY. I’m reviewing this smart new title sure to please readers. But first there are two giveaway opportunities: ******************************** Giveaway at ALWAYS in the MIDDLE: One lucky winner will receive a copy of THINGS THAT … Continue reading →

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THE WARDEN’S DAUGHTER for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

I’m off and running into my sixth year at ALWAYS in the MIDDLE. The winners of my Anniversary Giveaway of a book and gift card are: KATHLEEN BURKINSHAW (I LOVE YOU, MICHAEL COLLINS) ROSI HOLLINBECK (MOON SHADOW) MICHAEL GETTEL-GILMARTIN (POSTED) … Continue reading →

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I LOVE YOU, MICHAEL COLLINS for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

1969 will forever be a year that epitomizes what America was all about back then and how we would look at the future. The famous musical festival Woodstock took place on a New York farm with nearly a half million … Continue reading →

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MOON SHADOW for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on July 31, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

When I began reading this book a sense of dread hovered over me. I felt myself trapped in  another MG mini-drama filled with divorce, broken friendships, and confused feelings. But wait…a bit of magic saved the day. The magic here … Continue reading →

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DIRT for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

I was hesitant about reading DIRT. It seemed to be covering some reoccurring themes in MG… Bullies √ Parent and child grieving √ Parent ignoring their child√ But that cover… it pulled me right in like a good cover should. … Continue reading →

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A BABYSITTER’S GUIDE TO MONSTER HUNTING for Marvelous Middle Grade Monday

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Greg Pattridge

The world of babysitting has never seen this much fun, excitement, and under your bed scariness. Who knew those monsters lurking in the minds of preschoolers would make a great idea for a middle grade series. Kelly is thirteen and … Continue reading →

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